1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1347 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |
